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  1. 07-28-2006 05:05 AM #1
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    Default Re: can anyone help re: C-PVC HEATER 'NIPPLES' QUESTION

    it occurred to me i might have more success with a liquid thread sealant rather than teflon tape..thoughts?
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    Default Re: can anyone help re: C-PVC HEATER 'NIPPLES' QUESTION

    Use more tape. 4 to 5 layers and then hand tighten. If it stll drips you need more tape.
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  3. 07-28-2006 06:48 AM #3
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    i wondered about that or if it would just tear if i applied more..will check that out.
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    Default Re: can anyone help re: C-PVC HEATER 'NIPPLES' QUESTION

    Don't be afraid to hit it with a pipe wrench a bit. Just be careful, there is no reason for you to only go hand tight.
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  5. 07-28-2006 08:24 AM #5
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    Default Re: can anyone help re: C-PVC HEATER 'NIPPLES' QUESTION

    except i tried and no luck gripping that sucker with a pipe wrench..just slipped right over
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  6. 07-28-2006 08:33 AM #6
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    Default Re: can anyone help re: C-PVC HEATER 'NIPPLES' QUESTION

    Are your pipe wrenches worn out?
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  7. 07-28-2006 08:50 AM #7
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    Default Re: can anyone help re: C-PVC HEATER 'NIPPLES' QUESTION

    i don't think so..haven't used it that much..maybe i didn't tighten enough due to worry about wrecking the nipple
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